1978 Subaru Rex vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1979 Toyota Mark II is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 665 kg more than 1978 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Subaru Rex | 1979 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Rex | Mark II |
Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 544 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2590 mm |